In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Yosi Amram, psychologist, executive coach, entrepreneur, and author of Spiritually Intelligent Leadership, about the role curiosity plays in leadership growth and team development.

Drawing on decades of experience as both a CEO and coach, Yosi explains how leaders can foster psychological safety through trust, vulnerability, and empowerment. He also shares why curiosity fuels learning, creativity, and personal growth, and how emotional wellness supports leaders in inspiring others.

What you'll learn:

• How trust and vulnerability create psychological safety
• Why curiosity fuels learning, growth, and creativity
• The role of servant leadership in empowering teams
• How emotional wellness impacts leadership effectiveness
• Why inspired leaders are better equipped to inspire others
• Practical ways to strengthen self-awareness and resilience

Connect with Yosi:

🌐 https://yosiamram.net
🌐 https://si-leadership.com

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with David Grau Sr., author and consultant, about leadership growth, succession planning, and creating businesses that can thrive without depending on a single individual.

David shares insights from his latest book, The Founder's Treadmill, and explains why leaders must continue developing themselves if they want their teams and organizations to reach their full potential.

What you'll learn:

• How leaders create psychologically safe workplaces
• Why founder dependency limits growth
• The importance of being receptive to new ideas
• How trust and delegation strengthen teams
• Why sustainable leadership requires continuous growth
• How stepping off the treadmill helps prevent burnout

Connect with David:

Website: https://www.davidgrausr.com

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Natalie Spiro, CEO of Drum Cafe North America, about leadership, belonging, and the power of Ubuntu.

Natalie explains how leaders can strengthen psychological safety by creating environments built on trust, vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and connection. Drawing on lessons from Nelson Mandela and her South African roots, she shares why belonging is one of the most powerful drivers of engagement.

What you'll learn:

• What Ubuntu means and why it matters in leadership
• How belonging differs from inclusion
• Why vulnerability builds psychological safety
• The role of emotional intelligence in leadership
• How shared experiences strengthen teams

Connect with Natalie:

Website: https://www.drumcafenorthamerica.com
Rhythm Builders: http://www.rhythmbuilders.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliespiro/

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Dr. Paul White, Founder of Appreciation at Work, about communication, appreciation, and creating stronger workplace relationships.

Drawing from his work with The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, Dr. White explains how leaders can foster trust, engagement, and growth through intentional communication and gratitude.

What you’ll learn:

• Why appreciation strengthens workplace relationships
• The importance of having meaningful conversations
• How gratitude supports emotional well-being
• Ways to foster a growth mindset through learning
• Why leaders should encourage employees to share what they are learning

Connect with Dr. White:
Website: https://www.appreciationatwork.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-white-ph-d-3178276/

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Shaun Mader, Founder and Creator of Teamware, about leadership, psychological safety, and creating space for growth.

Shaun explains how leaders who admit uncertainty and encourage experimentation help teams become more engaged, creative, and resilient.

What you’ll learn:

• Why psychological safety starts with leader authenticity
• How spacious leadership helps teams perform better
• The importance of curiosity and experimentation
• How self-awareness supports emotional well-being
• Why expanding your vision empowers growth in others

Connect with Shaun:
Website: https://www.getteamware.com/variant

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Sue Schuster, Executive at Bizfi.io, about leadership, stress management, and psychological safety.

Sue explains how leaders can create healthier and more productive environments by reducing unnecessary stress, encouraging growth, and modeling balanced leadership.

What you’ll learn:

• Why leadership behavior shapes psychological safety
• How reducing stress improves team performance
• Why continuous growth matters in leadership
• The role of emotional wellness in sustainable success
• Leadership lessons learned through teamwork and responsibility

Connect with Sue:
Website: https://bizfi.io

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Deborah Coviello, CEO and Founder of Illumination Partners, about leadership, patience, and building psychologically safe teams.

Deborah shares lessons from her journey from corporate leadership into entrepreneurship and explains how leaders can better support their teams through listening, empathy, and intentional communication.

What you’ll learn:

• Why patience strengthens leadership effectiveness
• How listening deeply builds psychological safety
• The value of understanding people’s unique strengths
• Why feedback and self-awareness support growth
• How focusing on controllable actions improves emotional wellness

Connect with Deborah:
Website: http://dropinceo.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahacoviello

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In this episode of The Team Engagement Podcast, host Shawn Richards speaks with Emilee Tucker from Authentic Leadership Consulting about emotional wellness, leadership communication, and executive presence.

Emilee explains how leaders can strengthen psychological safety through intentional one-on-one conversations, curiosity, and emotional regulation practices like Box breathing.

What you’ll learn:

• Why one-on-one conversations build trust
• How curiosity supports a growth mindset
• The importance of emotional wellness in leadership
• How Box breathing helps regulate the nervous system
• Why authentic communication strengthens teams

Connect with Emilee:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/emileetucker

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